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expiredpupster posted May 11, 2023 02:31 PM
expiredpupster posted May 11, 2023 02:31 PM

Pre-Order: 512GB ASUS ROG Ally 7" AMD Z1 Extreme 120Hz FHD 1080p Gaming Handheld

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Note: Although this Pre-Order is at MSRP, we are promoting it on the Frontpage due to positive feedback from the community.

Best Buy has for Pre-Order: 512GB ASUS ROG Ally 7" AMD Z1 Extreme 120Hz FHD 1080p Gaming Handheld (White, RC71L-ALLY.Z1X_512) for $699.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Members pupster & Chunkylemonmilk for sharing this deal.

Note: This product is scheduled to be released on 6/13/2023. Best Buy credit cardholders may be eligible for additional savings when you apply promo code APR24EMOB25 or MAY24EMOB25 at checkout.

Key Features/Specs:
  • Access any game that runs on Windows across all game platforms, including Steam, GOG, Xbox Game Pass, cloud gaming services, Android apps and more.
  • Play anywhere, anytime, using handheld mode or by connecting the Ally to a TV and linking multiple controllers to play with friends. The Ally even transforms into a gaming PC by connecting to ROG XG mobile eGPU and dock - supporting mouse, keyboard, monitor, and more of your favorite peripherals.
  • AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Processor on Zen4 architecture (8-cores, 16 threads)
  • 7" 1080p 120Hz IPS Touchscreen with AMD FreeSync premium technology
  • 16GB LPDDR5 6400 RAM
  • 512GB NVMe PCIe 4 M.2 Solid State Drive
  • ROG intelligent cooling
  • AMD Radeon RDNA3 graphics (4GB VRAM, 12 compute units)
  • Wi-fi + Bluetooth
  • Virtual 5.1.2-channel surround sound powered by Dolby Atmos
  • 3-Months Xbox Game Pass Ultimate included
  • Weight: 1.34-lbs
  • 1-Year Warranty

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Note: Although this Pre-Order is at MSRP, we are promoting it on the Frontpage due to positive feedback from the community.

Best Buy has for Pre-Order: 512GB ASUS ROG Ally 7" AMD Z1 Extreme 120Hz FHD 1080p Gaming Handheld (White, RC71L-ALLY.Z1X_512) for $699.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Members pupster & Chunkylemonmilk for sharing this deal.

Note: This product is scheduled to be released on 6/13/2023. Best Buy credit cardholders may be eligible for additional savings when you apply promo code APR24EMOB25 or MAY24EMOB25 at checkout.

Key Features/Specs:
  • Access any game that runs on Windows across all game platforms, including Steam, GOG, Xbox Game Pass, cloud gaming services, Android apps and more.
  • Play anywhere, anytime, using handheld mode or by connecting the Ally to a TV and linking multiple controllers to play with friends. The Ally even transforms into a gaming PC by connecting to ROG XG mobile eGPU and dock - supporting mouse, keyboard, monitor, and more of your favorite peripherals.
  • AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Processor on Zen4 architecture (8-cores, 16 threads)
  • 7" 1080p 120Hz IPS Touchscreen with AMD FreeSync premium technology
  • 16GB LPDDR5 6400 RAM
  • 512GB NVMe PCIe 4 M.2 Solid State Drive
  • ROG intelligent cooling
  • AMD Radeon RDNA3 graphics (4GB VRAM, 12 compute units)
  • Wi-fi + Bluetooth
  • Virtual 5.1.2-channel surround sound powered by Dolby Atmos
  • 3-Months Xbox Game Pass Ultimate included
  • Weight: 1.34-lbs
  • 1-Year Warranty

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Chunkylemonmilk
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If you have the Best Buy credit card, use code APR24EMOB25 for 10% off, $630 isn't too bad.
masterz13
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This one (Z1 Extreme) is the one to get. Don't get me wrong, the base Z1 seems superb compared to Steam Deck's comparable 512GB version, but damn, the Z1 Extreme is hitting 1080p/120fps in games like Forza and 60fps in RDR2, craziness.
cliquehere
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Usually the first batch of YouTube reviews would tend to praise a product at launch as those are from privileged reviewers who receive a free unit from the marketing department of a vendor. I'm waiting for real end user reviews to see if I'd get one myself or invest in upgrading the 64GB SSD on my Steam Deck. If the Ally had a touchpad and ran Steam OS it would be closer to a perfect handheld gaming device, though today's battery tech would still cause concerns to some but it's the same issue no matter which device you pick.

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Quote from CyanWriter8569 :
Highly doubt that
ETA prime clearly showed it doing both things in his review.

Only reason I'm passing is the fact that they excluded USB4 for their overpriced proprietary eGPU solution
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dvdrdiscsMay 11, 2023 04:14 PM
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Quote from mackloon :
Will this play an xbox version of diablo iv

Probably yes if you stream D4 using your XBOX. It's essentially a Windows PC so it'll do all things Windows.
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sandwichMay 11, 2023 04:15 PM
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Quote from Mando_DealHunter :
ETA prime clearly showed it doing both things in his review.

Only reason I'm passing is the fact that they excluded USB4 for their overpriced proprietary eGPU solution
I would take everything ETA Prime says with a grain of salt. All his beelink reviews don't line up with my experiences and other reviews.

The proprietary port is interesting and at least already technically has options available. I wonder if people will homebrew their own epgu enclosures
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breakthegroundMay 11, 2023 04:16 PM
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Is the battery life for reals only 2 hours?
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techmaster009May 11, 2023 04:17 PM
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Quote from breaktheground :
Is the battery life for reals only 2 hours?
Yes if you play mostly AAA games, for indie and low power games it could be More by adjusting TDP
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Mando_DealHunterMay 11, 2023 04:20 PM
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Quote from CyanWriter8569 :
Was it overclocked?
You can't overclock it. You can 100% up the tdp of the CPU but that's a feature available on every single handheld from the steamdeck to something from a smaller company like Aya
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NowItsTimeMay 11, 2023 04:21 PM
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Quote from Chunkylemonmilk :
If you have the Best Buy credit card, use code APR24EMOB25 for 10% off, $630 isn't too bad.
WWOOOWW THANK YOU my friend, just cancelled previous order and did this and it worked. I added to wiki and repped you
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a_landMay 11, 2023 04:22 PM
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Quote from cliquehere :
Usually the first batch of YouTube reviews would tend to praise a product at launch as those are from privileged reviewers who receive a free unit from the marketing department of a vendor. I'm waiting for real end user reviews to see if I'd get one myself or invest in upgrading the 64GB SSD on my Steam Deck. If the Ally had a touchpad and ran Steam OS it would be closer to a perfect handheld gaming device, though today's battery tech would still cause concerns to some but it's the same issue no matter which device you pick.

if you play with this thing plugged in you will see an enormous performance boost over the steam deck. the ability to use it with eGPUs (if you're interested in spending the money) is pretty cool too.

i'm sure steamOS will be hacked on, it's all open source so there's no reason why it wouldn't work.

i am running win11 full time on my steam deck (game pass is a must for me) so it doesn't make sense to keep the deck. the touchpads will be lame to lose but i'll manage. strategy games are better with a full sized monitor anyway so i haven't found myself using them very much
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ChrisC7705May 11, 2023 04:23 PM
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Put in a pre-order, but not sure if I will end up taking receipt. Just not sure if I want to replace my Steamdeck. I will have to see reviews from people.
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francisco1986May 11, 2023 04:24 PM
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Quote from Chunkylemonmilk :
If you have the Best Buy credit card, use code APR24EMOB25 for 10% off, $630 isn't too bad.
Thank you for posting this. I cancelled my original order and used this code to get the $70 discount. You're awesome.
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dvdrdiscsMay 11, 2023 04:25 PM
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Any idea if BB charges for preorders at time of order or when it is closer to release?
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insaneXprovalMay 11, 2023 04:30 PM
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Just thought I'd post this.

https://www.theverge.com/23719210...lly-review

I just preordered one as well being that once they work out the bugs, it's likely to be absolutely as awesome as many of the YT review say. Dave3D's was pretty good though he was limited on what he could say about it. I figure I can sell my Deck once the true-blue reviews come in and any NDAs are dropped. I'll cancel if it doesn't look good.

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